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VILAS COUNTY ( One week 2/5/25 ) VILAS COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS JANUARY 28, 2025 The January 28, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Vilas County Board of Supervisors was held pursuant to Wis. Stat. §59.11(1)(c) in the Vilas County Courthouse conference rooms, 330 Court Street, Eagle River, WI 54521. CALL TO ORDER Vilas County Board Chair Jerry Burkett called the assembly to order at 9:00 A.M. He instructed the County Clerk, Kim Olkowski to read aloud and insert into the minutes the following notification: Public meeting notice requirements were fulfilled by posting a notice of this meeting on bulletin boards located in the Vilas County Courthouse, Olson Memorial Library and Eagle River City Hall. Notice of this meeting was posted to the Vilas County Government website. All media outlets and members of the public requesting notification of this meeting were notified on January 24, 2025, more than twenty-four hours prior to the meeting. The public was also notified that discussion and action may occur regarding all items posted on this agenda. The Clerk requested that all present silence their cell phones for the duration of the meeting. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Burkett asked all in attendance to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Roll call found the following members in attendance: Marvin Anderson, Gerald Burkett, Lake Edwards, Robert Hanson, Ann Konopacky, Daniel Kramer, Arthur Kunde, Richard Logan, Michael MacKenzie, Joseph Muehlbach, Thomas Petrusky, Jacob Postuchow, Carolyn Ritter, Daniel Swiecichowski, Holly Tomlanovich, Leah Trojan, Patrick Weber, and Joseph Wildcat, Sr. Arleen Harsvick and Thomas Maulson were absent. There is one vacancy in District #18. The Clerk reported 18 Supervisors in attendance at the beginning of the meeting, constituting a quorum of the County Board. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE NOVEMBER 12, 2024, ANNUAL MEETING Motion by M. Anderson, seconded by H. Tomlanovich to approve the minutes of the November 12, 2024, annual meeting as presented. All voted aye. Carried. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS – None CITIZEN COMMENDATION AWARD Sheriff Joe Fath and Chief Deputy Patrick Schmidt introduced 11-year-old Jackson Favorite and his mother, Michelle Favorite. Michelle stated that Jackson told her his plans for a fundraiser, and they worked to make it happen. Jackson wanted to do a fundraiser for K-9 Deputy Helo, handled by Deputy Zach Stern. Jackson raised well over $1,000.00 at his lemonade stand to donate to the Vilas County Sheriff’s Department for K-9 Deputy Helo. Jackson would like to become a K-9 Officer when he grows up. He was presented with a special plaque in appreciation from Deputy Stern and Deputy Helo. He received the Citizen Commendation award from Sheriff Fath and Chief Deputy Schmidt. There was a standing ovation for Jackson’s contribution and selflessness, putting others first. Chair Burkett asked all in attendance to take a moment to pray for Chris Oatman. LIFESAVING AWARDS & TEAMWORK AWARDS Sheriff Joe Fath and Jail Administrator Bill Weiss stated that they had an incident on September 25, 2024, with a female in the Vilas County Jail. Jail staff responded immediately. The awards are to recognize and thank those that helped save this person’s life. The Lifesaving Awards were awarded to: Alisha Wagner, Scott McFarland, Austin Bender, David Glendinning, Laura Roof, Jacob Mayo, Dana Spurgeon, Shannon Lehmann, and Eric Walters. The Teamwork Recognition Awards were awarded to Recreational Officer Jason Molle, Deputy Ben Gauger, Detective Eric Santefort, Detective Nick Seeger, Chief Deputy Patrick Schmidt, Captain Gerard Ritter, Sheriff Joe Fath, and Jail Administrator Bill Weiss. Chair Burkett commended the Sheriff’s Department. There was a round of applause for their service. Supervisor Arleen Harsvick arrived at 9:13 A.M. THERE ARE NOW 19 SUPERVISORS IN ATTENDANCE. INTRODUCE HUMAN SERVICES BOARD DIRECTOR Supervisor M. Anderson introduced Valarie Wielhouwer as the new Human Services Director. V. Wielhouwer was born and raised in Eagle River. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison and served in the United States Air Force. Throughout her career, she has always been involved in social work. Previously, she worked for Oneida County, Dane County, the U.S. Air Force, Forest County, and back to her home, Vilas County. She has been with Vilas County Human Services for 4 years and is looking forward to her new role in the Human Services Department. There was a round of applause for her service. Chair Burkett welcomed her, and asked for a round of applause for Kate Gardner, the previous Social Services Director who retired after 17 years of service. INTRODUCE LAND & WATER CONSERVATIONIST Supervisor H. Tomlanovich introduced Alan Wirt as the new Land & Water Conservationist. Alan said that he grew up in Central Wisconsin and vacationed in Vilas County all of his life. He is happy to be in Vilas County in his new role. There was a round of applause. Chair Burkett welcomed him, and asked for a round of applause for Carolyn Scholl, the previous Land & Water Conservationist who retired after 22 years of service. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES TABLED OR POSTPONED TO A DAY CERTAIN - None ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES, IN THEIR ENTIRETY, ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE Resolutions and Ordinances are posted in the order in which they were acted upon. INTRODUCE AND ACT UPON ALL POSTED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ORD. 2025-01 Amend Chapter 26 – Vilas County Motorized Recreational Trails & Routes Motion by H. Tomlanovich, seconded by A. Kunde to adopt. Chair Burkett asked both sides of the topic, for and against, to choose a representative to speak for 15 minutes. This amendment came from the ATV-UTV Alliance to the Highway Committee. The Highway Committee voted to bring the amendment to the County Board, for the full board to vote on. The side in favor went first, and their key points were presented. The side against went second, and their key points were presented. There was one word that stood out, which was “compromise.” The Supervisors were each given a chance to speak and they went around the table. Discussion. Chair Burkett asked the Town Board Chairs from Boulder Junction, Manitowish Waters, and Winchester to come up to the podium. He asked them if they were willing to postpone this amendment to May 1, 2026. Each of the Town Board Chairs spoke and said no, not without the town’s approval. Chair Burkett stated that it’s about respect and the County should respect the Town’s decision. He polled the residents from the three towns in attendance. There were 6 votes in favor and 13 votes against the amendment. The emails that were sent to the County Clerk were 49 in favor and 169 against the amendment. Discussion. Roll call vote results found 10 aye votes and 9 nay votes: M. Anderson, R. Hanson, A. Harsvick, R. Logan, M. MacKenzie, C. Ritter, P. Weber, J. Wildcat, Sr., G. Burkett. Carried. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Vilas County Board of Supervisors enacted Ordinance 2025-01 on January 28, 2025, at a duly noticed Vilas County Board meeting. A summary of this enactment is as follows: 1. Ordinance No. 2025-01, Amending Chapter 26 – Vilas County Motorized Recreational Trails & Routes Ordinance 2. SUMMARY OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND MAIN POINTS OF THE ORDINANCE: Chapter 26 is amended specifically under 26.08 C i) Year Round Approved County Trunk Highway ATV/UTV Routes, to allow for year around use of the paved portions of the ATV/UTV routes located on county trunk highways A, B, C, E, G, H, J, K, M, N, O, P, S, and W by ATV’s and UTV’s. 3. DATE OF ENACTMENT: January 28, 2025 The full text of this ordinance may be obtained at the Vilas County Clerk’s office located at 330 Court Street, Eagle River, WI 54521, (715) 479-3600, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The full text of the ordinance may also be accessed through Vilas County’s official website, www.vilascountywi.gov CHAIR BURKETT CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 11:00 A.M. BACK IN SESSION AT 11:10 A.M. ORD. 2025-02 Amend Chapter 11 – Health and Welfare – Community Mental Health, Mental Retardation, Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Services Motion by M. Anderson, seconded by D. Kramer to adopt. The necessary changes were explained by Corporation Counsel Chad Lynch. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Vilas County Board of Supervisors enacted Ordinance 2025-02 on January 28, 2025, at a duly noticed Vilas County Board meeting. A summary of this enactment is as follows: 1. Ordinance No. 2025-02, Amending Chapter 11 – Health and Welfare – Community Mental Health, Mental Retardation, Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Services 2. SUMMARY OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND MAIN POINTS OF THE ORDINANCE: Chapter 11 is amended specifically under 11.01, 11.02, 11.03, and 11.04 of the Health and Welfare Table of Contents in the General Code of Ordinances of Vilas County. 3. DATE OF ENACTMENT: January 28, 2025 The full text of this ordinance may be obtained at the Vilas County Clerk’s office located at 330 Court Street, Eagle River, WI 54521, (715) 479-3600, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The full text of the ordinance may also be accessed through Vilas County’s official website, www.vilascountywi.gov RES. 2025-01 County Aid Culvert on Birchwood Drive – Town of Cloverland Motion by D. Kramer, seconded by P. Weber to adopt. Highway Commissioner Troy Schalinske presented the information. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-02 Amendment of Standing Rules and Committee Duties for Vilas County ~2/3 Majority Vote Necessary~ Motion by L. Edwards, seconded by M. MacKenzie to adopt. Corporation Counsel Chad Lynch presented the information and stated that at the January 8, 2025, Executive & Legislative Committee meeting it was approved that citizen members of the Human Services Board may vote on all items except fiscal matters. Discussion. Motion by M. Anderson, seconded by M. MacKenzie to amend 1.04 Per Diem Paid for Attendance (4) to read: “Citizen Members from Human Services Board, ADRC, and Public Health Board shall also receive per diem and mileage for attendance in accordance with the rules for County Board Supervisors.” All voted aye on the amendment. Discussion. All voted aye on the amended resolution as presented. Carried. RES. 2025-03 County-Tribal Law Enforcement Assistance 2025 Motion by J. Burkett, seconded by H. Tomlanovich to adopt. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-04 2025-2034 Land and Water Resource Management (LWRM) Plan Motion by H. Tomlanovich, seconded by D. Kramer to adopt. H. Tomlanovich presented the information. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-05 Brightspeed Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Grant Application Endorsement Motion by C. Ritter, seconded by H. Tomlanovich to adopt. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-06 Charter Communications Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Grant Application Endorsement Motion by C. Ritter, seconded by H. Tomlanovich to adopt. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-07 Norvado Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Grant Application Endorsement Motion by C. Ritter, seconded by D. Kramer to adopt. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. RES. 2025-08 Budget Amendment – Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vilas County Motion by D. Swiecichowski, seconded by R. Hanson to adopt. D. Swiecichowski presented the information. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Vilas County Board of Supervisors amended their 2024 budget according to Resolution No. 2025-08 Budget Amendment - GWAAR on January 28, 2025 pursuant to Wis. Stat. §65.90(5), to include the following increases and/or decreases to the expenditure and revenue line items: Revenue or Line Item Number Expense Description Amount Revenue 260.51.43540 AGING-TITLE III-B (FED) +$ 1,121.00 Expense 260.51.54610.0948 TRAVEL-III-B +$ 250.00 Expense 260.51.54610.0958 SUPPORTIVE HOME CARE-III-B +$ 871.00 Revenue 260.51.43541 AGING-TITLE III C-1 (FED) -$24,917.00 Expense 260.51.54612.0910 NUT SITE MGR SALARY-C1 -$21,000.00 Expense 260.51.54612.0902 TITLE III C-1 -$ 3,917.00 Revenue 260.51.43542 AGING-TITLE III C-2 (FED) +$25,087.00 Expense 260.51.54615.0903 TITLE III C-2 +$25,087.00 Revenue 260.51.43554 ALZHEIM.FAM.CARE.SUPP. +$ 494.00 Expense 260.51.54622.0915 ALZ-HEIMERS FAMILY CARE +$ 494.00 Revenue 260.51.47361 ADRC REVENUE +$33,355.00 Expense 260.51.54605.0390 OUTREACH/MARKETING +$33,355.00 RES. 2025-09 Budget Amendment – Board of Health Motion by C. Ritter, seconded by L. Edwards to adopt. C. Ritter presented the information. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Vilas County Board of Supervisors amended their 2025 budget according to Resolution No. 2025-09 Budget Amendment – Board of Health on January 28, 2025 pursuant to Wis. Stat. §65.90(5), to include the following increases and/or decreases to the expenditure and revenue line items: Revenue or Line Item Number Expense Description Amount Revenue 255.28.49100 Applied Funds +$ 44,882.00 Expense 255.28.54101.0409 Contractual Services +$ 44,882.00 Revenue 100.28.43656 WIC Grant +$ 7,625.00 Expense 100.28.54100.0703 WIC Grant +$ 7,625.00 Revenue 100.28.43653 Immunization Grant +$ 600.00 Expense 100.28.54100.0933 Immunization Grant +$ 600.00 Revenue 100.28.43650 MCH Grant +$ 2,560.00 Expense 100.28.54100.0996 MCH Grant +$ 2,560.00 APPROVE 2025 DNR FIRE WARDEN LIST: Town of Boulder Junction : • Krista Maurer – Knitt’s Hardware Hank, P.O. Box 327, Boulder Junction City of Eagle River : • Kim Olkowski – Vilas County Clerk, 330 Court Street, Eagle River • Timothy Sauter – U.S. Forest Service, 1247 E. Wall Street, Eagle River Town of St. Germain : • Kent Knitt – Knitt’s Hardware Hank, 246 Highway 70, St. Germain Motion by M. Anderson, seconded by P. Weber to approve the Fire Warden List. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. CHAIRMAN’S APPOINTMENTS Human Services Board – Citizen Appointees : • Janice Faulkner – Citizen Member Term Ending January 2027 • Gloria Cobb – Citizen Member Term Ending January 2028 Motion by J. Burkett, seconded by M. Anderson to appoint. Discussion. Ms. Cobb was present and introduced herself. All voted aye. Carried. ADRC Nutrition Advisory Council – Appointee : • Katherine Kolb – Eagle River Representative Motion by H. Tomlanovich, seconded by P. Weber to appoint. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Chair Burkett stated that “All is well.” Social Services has changed to Human Services. We try to always be fair and live with the results. We are improving Vilas County. COMMITTEE REPORTS Human Services Board: M. Anderson reported that they have a whole new environment in the Human Services Department. Veteran Services Commission: M. Anderson reported that they are working with the Maintenance Department and Public Property Committee regarding the beautification of the Veterans Memorial in the courtyard. Land & Water Committee: H. Tomlanovich reported that Alan Wirt is settling into the department. Forestry, Recreation & Land Committee: H. Tomlanovich reported that Jim Jefferson is retiring. Highway Committee: P. Weber reported that they have received a couple trucks that were ordered last year. Public Health: C. Ritter stated that Public Health, Tourism, and Zoning departments met to collaborate regarding Tourist Rooming Houses (TRH) and sharing information. She said that norovirus and Covid are on the rise. Zoning & Planning Committee: R. Logan thanked the group working on the TRH collaboration. LETTERS AND COMMUNICATIONS Chair Burkett stated that he will not receive commission on the sale of the Vilas County property on the river, across from the Vilas County Fairgrounds. A real estate office will not be involved, the property will be sold on the auction site. NEXT MEETING DATE The next Regular Meeting of the County Board is scheduled for 9:00 A.M, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in the County Board Conference rooms. MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Motion by M. Anderson, seconded by D. Swiecichowski to pay mileage and per diem for this meeting. All voted aye. Carried. Please contact the County Clerk’s office for mileage and per diem payment information. ADJOURNMENT Motion by D. Kramer, seconded by L. Edwards to adjourn. Discussion. All voted aye. Carried. Chair Burkett adjourned the meeting at 11:53 A.M. Prepared and submitted by: Kimberly A. Olkowski, Vilas County Clerk Minutes reflect the recorder's notations and are subject to future revision and approval by the Vilas County Board. 2733 WNAXLP

CAMPBELLSPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR/WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES Campbellsport Middle-High School Media Center, Room 70 January 6, 2025 7:30 p.m. 1. Call to order. Meeting was called to order by Mike Weiss at 7:30 p.m. Meeting was held in the Campbellsport Middle-High School Media Center, Room 70. Board Members present: Mike Weiss, Deborah Senn, Jessica Strand, James Ninnemann, Maureen Koch and Keith Peters. Sharon Gazzola was absent. Administrators present: Tom Wissink, Sally Kellman, Shelley Eilbes and Mark Wittig 3. Also Present: Kathy Gravelle and Sam Svoboda, 4. Public Comment - None 5. Announcements/ Recognitions a. Deb Senn mentioned she attended the Choir concert and it was very nice b. Maureen Koch thanked Shelley Eilbes for meeting with her to go over budget questions 6. Presentations a. 2025-26 CHS Course Catalog Overview/Updates Kathy Gravelle and Sam Svoboda provided an update on the 2025-26 CHS course catalog as well as two (2) new courses (Forensic Science and Student Teacher Aide). 7. Approval of meeting minutes a. December 9, 2024 Board Meeting Motion by Deb Senn, seconded by Jim Ninnemann to approve the December 9, 2024 Board Meeting minutes. Motion carried 6-0-0. 8. Reports: a. District Administrator Updates i. Review CESA 6 Report card comparisons ii. WASB online superintendent evaluation system has been released. Working with WASB Representative Patti Vickman on training for the Board. More information will be available at the January 20, 2025 meeting iii. CESA 6 Legislative Breakfast dates: January 10, February 7, March 7, April 11, May 2 and June 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Let Susan know if you plan to attend iv. Wisconsin State Education Convention final day for registration is January 6, 2025 v. WASB School Law Conference February 27, 2025 at The Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake. Let Susan know if you plan to attend b. Board Committee Updates i. Curriculum and Technology – last met on March 25, 2024; schedule in January ii. Facilities – last met November 11, 2024; next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (location TBD) iii. Finance – last met September 25, 2024; next meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the District Office conference room iv. Personnel – last met August 12, 2024; schedule in February v. Policy – last met July 2, 2024; next meeting scheduled for January 15, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. in the Eden Elementary conference room vi. Safety and Transportation – last met July 22, 2024; next meeting scheduled for January 27, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Office conference room 9. Unfinished Business a. Discussion with appropriate action regarding approval of: i. Review 2025 WASB Delegate Assembly Resolutions 1. WASB Delegate: Mike Weiss 2. WASB Delegate Alternate: Jessica Strand 10. New Business: a. Discussion with appropriate action regarding approval of: i. Resignations/retirements MS/HS Choral Teacher, Joseph Loescher is resigning effective June 5, 2025. Motion by Deb Senn, seconded by Maureen Koch to accept Joseph Loescher’s resignation with regrets. Motion carried 6-0-0. ii. Hires - none iii. Open Enrollment Space Availability: Regular and Special Education Caps 2025-26 Motion by Keith Peters, seconded by Mike Weiss, to approve the regular and special education open enrollment caps 2025-26 as presented. Motion carried 6-0-0. iv. Human Growth & Development Advisory Committee Recommendations Motion by Deb Senn, seconded by Maureen Koch to approve the Human Growth & Development Advisory Committee recommendations as presented. Motion carried 6-0-0. 11. Items for Future Agenda and/or Research: a. Board Member Requests for Information i. AI teaching (MW). Dr. Kellman mentioned that we already have some of this in our schools. 12. Closed Session – the Board convened into closed session at 9:20 p.m. Motion by Jessica Strand, seconded by Keith Peters. Motion carried 6-0-0. a. Approval of the following closed session meeting minutes: i. December 9, 2024 Board meeting ii. Discussion with appropriate action considering the employ-ment, compensation, or performance of an employee over which the Board has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. 13. The Board reconvened into open session at 9:45 p.m. Motion by Deb Senn, seconded by Mike Weiss. Motion carried 6-0-0. 14. Motion to Adjourn by Deb Senn, seconded by Jim Ninnemann at 9:46 p.m. Motion carried 6-0-0. Respectfully submitted, Jessica L. Strand Clerk JLS/smg 1/30 WNAXLP

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF IOLA-SCANDINAVIA Working School Board Committee Meeting - Mintues Elementary School - Room #6 450 Division Street, Iola, WI 54945 Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6 pm I. Meeting was called to order in the Elementary School - Room #6 at 6 pm by Tony Neumann with the reading of the official notice. Roll call was taken and The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Board members present - Tony Neumann, Diana Jones, Laura Krogwold, Mike Grassl, Vanessa Kirmse and Jason Boris. Absent; Mike Harbridge Administration present - Chris Nelson, Jan Bue-Wells, Stacey Wester and Sarah Thiel Observer’s present - Erikka Flowers II. Approval of agenda Motion was made by Diana Jones and seconded by Mike Grassl to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried by a voice vote. III. Old Business A. Referendum projects update IV. Committee reports A. Building & Grounds - Chairperson Boris 1. Rezoning school property - informational B. Personnel & Nominations - Chairperson Kirmse 1. Resignation a) LMC Director Motion was made by Mike Grassl and seconded by Laura Krogwold to approve the LMC Director, Kari Schwartz’s resignation as presented with liquidated damages of $2,500. Motion carried by a voice vote. b) Transportation Director - No action was taken 2. Employee Recommendation a) LMC Director Motion was made by Vanessa Kirmse and seconded by Mike Grassl to approve the hiring of Marsha Walejko as the new LMC Director with up to $1,750 in a liquidated damages reimbursement. Motion carried by a voice vote. C. Finance - Chairperson Krogwold; lay committee members Erikka Flowers and Mark Sether 1. 2025-26 Budget Projection - Informational D. Transportation - Chairperson Neumann No report E. Curriculum - Chairperson Jones 1. MS/HS course requests - No action taken F. Policy & Legislation - Chairperson Grassl No report G. Negotiations - Chairperson Harbridge No report V. New Business A. Spanish Trip 2026 - No action was taken B. 25-26 School Calendar - informational C. 25-26 Special Education Open Enrollment - No action was taken D. 25-26 Open Enrollment Spaces - No action was taken VI. Future Agenda Items A. Upcoming Dates 1. January 13, 2025 Regular BOE Meeting, Elementary School - Room #6 at 6 pm 2. February 3, 2025 Working Committee Meeting, Elementary School - Room #6 at 6 pm 3. February 10, 2025 Regular BOE Meeting, Elementary School - Room #6 at 6 pm VII. Adjourn Motion was made by Diana Jones and seconded by Vanessa Kirmse at 6:48 pm to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. Publish Jan. 30, 2025 WNAXLP

Village of Kewaskum Village Board Meeting Minutes January 6, 2025, 7:00 PM The Kewaskum Village Board, Washington County, Wisconsin met in regular session at the Fire Station, 1106 Fond du Lac Ave. Board Members Present: Martin, Parse, Hovland, Wright, Schlitt, Knoebel and Weninger Staff Members Present: Gitter, Butz, and Frank Martin called the meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by roll call and a reading of the Affidavit of Posting for the meeting. A moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance were observed. Motion by Wright, seconded by Parse to approve the December 19, 2024 meeting minutes, voice vote, motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING – None APPEARANCE BY CITIZENS – None President Martin presented the 2024 Officer of the Year Award to Officer Roth. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT HEADS Administrator – Gitter reported on new village domain of kewaskumwi.gov Assistant Administrator/ Clerk – reported on candidacy paperwork deadline and ballot order selection Treasurer – No report Fire Chief – No report Police Chief – No report Director of Public Works – No report Library Director – No report COMMITTEE REPORTS Administrative Committee – No report Protection & Public Safety – No report Public Works and Public Services – No report Plan Commission – No report Park & Recreation – No report Library Board – No report Mid-Moraine – Next meeting is on January 22, 2025 ED/AC – No report EMS – No report UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS Joe Murray/Ehler’s Financial Advisors presented on Tax Incremental District No. 6 Project Plan. Motion by Hovland, seconded by Wright to approve Resolution 2025-01 Creating Tax Incremental District No. 6, Approving its Project Plan and Establishing Boundaries, voice vote, motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENT – D. Walls, 927 Roseland Dr #4. commented on property maintenance. J. Geib, 1815 Conrad St. inquired on the TID #6 development Motion by Martin, seconded by Parse to convene into Closed Session at 7:27 p.m. pursuant to Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) and 19.85(1)(e) to discuss TID #6 Developer Agreement carried by roll call vote: Weninger – aye, Knoebel- Aye, Parse– aye, Schlitt- aye, Wright – aye, Hovland – aye, Martin – aye (7-0). Motion by Wright, seconded by Hovland to adjourn at 7:43 p.m., voice vote, motion carried. Tammy Butz Assistant Administrator/Clerk Approved: January 20, 2025 1/30 WNAXLP

The Village of Iola Board Meeting will be held the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 PM. at the Iola Village Hall, Community Room, 180 S. Main Street. The Finance Committee meeting is held thirty minutes prior to the board meeting. WNAXLP

Howard-Suamico WNAXLP Regular Board of Education Meeting – January 6, 2025 Present: Greg Klimek, Scott Jandrin, Rachelle Paulsen, Vanessa Moran, Allen McGuire, Amy Rubright, Chrissy Amtman; Jessica Gagan and Heidi Wustrack, Student Representatives Excused: Kimberly Uelmen Also Present: Mark Smith, Mike Juech, Chad Buboltz, Elisia Lewis, Jennie Garceau President Greg Klimek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. A MOTION was made by Scott Jandrin and seconded by Allen McGuire to adopt the agenda. A vote was taken on the motion; 7 – YES; MOTION CARRIED. Recognition of Travis Herber – Board Clerk Chrissy Amtmann recognized Travis Herber, retired Bay Port Varsity boys soccer coach for his dedication to HSSD over the last 24 years for the betterment of hundreds of student-athletes. Consent Agenda: A MOTION was made by Scott Jandrin and seconded by Chrissy Amtmann to approve the consent agenda, including minutes of the Regular Board Meeting, December 9, 2024; approval of vouchers and invoices in the amount of $6,265,795.22 through January 6, 2025; resignation of Michael Juech and Taryn Smith Harrison, employment of Jonathan Wiebel contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements including release of contract from other District if applicable as detailed in the consent materials. A vote was taken on the motion; 7 – YES; MOTION CARRIED . Reports Administrative Superintendent Discussion of Open Enrollment Spaces for 2025-26 School Year for Regular Education and Special Education – Supt. Smith and Asst. Supt. of Leadership and Learning, Chad Buboltz provided context and information on the process. They also shared next steps. The open enrollment recommendations are to increase open spaces in our 4K program from 36 to 60 spaces. Administration is also recommending 24 open spaces for grade 1 which is 24 more than last year. The number of spaces at the high school will increase slightly from last year from 39 to 40. No new spaces will be opened in Kindergarten or grades 2-8. The Board will be asked to approve open enrollment spaces for 2025-26 school year for regular education and special education as required by Wis. Stats. 118.51(5) (a) at the January 27, 2025 Board meeting. Stronger Together Discussion – Supt. Smith provided an informational update on our Stronger Together event in December. Supt. Smith expressed his appreciation for the 132 participants from our community, board members, staff and sponsors for their commitment to the three day conversation. The purpose of the event was to engage community stakeholders in a conversation around common ground considerations to identify what the future of the HSSD education system looks like as we plan forward. Supt. Smith discussed the next steps to develop a draft Strategic Framework based on the data for the Board of Education to review in March. Business & Operations Approval of Executive Limitation EL-7 Ongoing Financial Condition and Activities Monitoring Report – A MOTION was made by Greg Klimek and seconded by Scott Jandrin to approve EL-7 Ongoing Financial Condition and Activities Monitoring Report at level 2, exceeds expectations, as presented and verified by the Board in the attached Official Board Response to EL-7 Ongoing Financial Condition and Activities Monitoring Report. A vote was taken on the motion; 7 – YES; MOTION CARRIED . Board CESA 7 Update – Amy Rubright shared information on a brief presentation about the Assessment Professional Learning and Coaching series, discussion of boardmanship as they offer a half or full day opportunity to explain the boards role and referenced the WASB convention coming up. Approval of Amended GP-13 Board Communication Monitoring Report – A MOTION was made by Greg Klimek and seconded by Amy Rubright to approve removal of sub point 3 as written under Board Communication in Governance Policy GP-13 as discussed at the previous board meeting to amend the language and remove the words “Board members utilizing social media will not engage in 2 way communication with other Board members” will be removed from sub point 3. A vote was taken on the motion; 7-YES; MOTION CARRIED . Discuss January Article – Stronger Together article to be presented at the next board meeting by the Board of Education. Community Conversation Updates – Faculty & Staff Linkage – The Faculty & Staff linkage will be held at the January 27, 2025 Board meeting. The Board reviewed the questions. Greg Klimek will serve as the facilitator. Bay View Student Linkage – During the student linkage discussion an error was noted on the agenda indicating the linkage would be at Bay View. The schedule for the 2025 student linkage in February will be held with Bay Port students. The date is to be determined. Review WASB Resolutions - The Board reviewed the 2025 WASB recommended resolutions. A MOTION was made by Greg Klimek and seconded by Chrissy Amtmann to give flexibility to the WASB delegate, Scott Jandrin, to vote accordingly if there are interpretation changes due to amendments to resolutions at the Delegate Assembly. Any changes made to the recommended resolutions will be communicated back to the Board. A vote was taken on the motion; 7 – YES; MOTION CARRIED . WASB Convention Update – President Greg Klimek shared that the Board has received information about the convention and that Board members will plan to attend different sessions to cover the various topics of interest. Future Board Meeting Agenda Items – The Board reviewed the agenda planning calendar. Board Meeting/District Highlights – Board members shared feedback. A MOTION was made by Scott Jandrin and seconded by Chrissy Amtmann to adjourn at 7:17 p.m. A vote was taken on the motion; 7-YES; MOTION CARRIED . Respectfully submitted, Kim McDougal, Recording Secretary Publish 01.31.25 WNAXLP

School District of Horicon Board of Education Meeting December 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. Horicon School Board Room – Room 407 Board of Education meeting called to order by President Strieff at 6:04 p.m. Motion by Grigg, second by Hodgson to approve the December 16, 2024 BOE agenda as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Vincent, second by Bischoff to approve the minutes of the November 18, 2024 BOE Meeting as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. The Board thanked and acknowledged the following donations: The Marshmen Foundation for donating $250 to the HHS Ice Fishing Team and $1000 (50%) for the Boardroom OWL Camera System, Erg Auto LLC for donating $200 towards the Toy Drive, Custom Truck & Auto of Juneau for donating $200 towards the Toy Drive, Horicon Bank’s employees for a generous donation of toys for the Toy Drive, and an anonymous community member for donating Aldi gift cards for families of the district. Motion by Grigg, second by Westimayer to approve the fund 10, 21, 27, 38, 39, 49, 50, 73 and 80 Vouchers in the amount of $610,362.93 [Check #33495 to Check #33565 and Check #51539 to Check #51563]Roll Call Vote: Ayes-[Vincent, Hodgson, Westimayer, Grigg, Strieff, Bischoff, Nicolaus] Nays-[None]. Motion carried. Motion by Bischoff, second by Vincent to approve the Fund 60 Student Activity Account as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Resignations: Motion by Bischoff, second by Hodgson to accept the resignation of Carri Homan, Middle School Special Education teacher, effective 12/19/2024 with the acknowledgement that Ms. Homan owes the district $4,000 in liquidated damages. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Informational only – Jessica Leone, MS Special Education Aide, effective 12/13/2024 and Brittany Lundeen, Elementary Special Education Aide effective 1/3/2025. Employment: Infor-mational only – Chris DeVries, Custodial Cleaner, effective 10/29/2024 and Jessica Cesar, Elementary Special Education Aide effective 1/2/2025. Retirements: Motion by Hodgson, second by Nicolaus to accept the resignation of Richard Appel, District Administrator, for the purpose of retirement effective June 30, 2025. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Nicolaus, second by Vincent to approve the High School Science Olympiad Team’s overnight trip (pending qualification) to UW Stout April 4-5, 2025. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Bischoff, second by Hodgson to approve the revised 2024-25 Co-Curricular Coaches/ Advisors lists as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Nicolaus, second by Vincent to approve the 2025-26 Course Description Book update as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Grigg, second by Bischoff to approve Mrs. Katie Schwartz and Mrs. Lisa Sawyer as the 2025 Summer School Co-Directors. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Nicolaus, second by Vincent to approve the formation of a High School eSports Club for students in grades 9-12, effective December 16, 2024. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Motion by Hodgson, second by Vincent to approve the amended football co-op agreement between Hustisford and Horicon as presented. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Discussion Items: 2025-26 School Calendar, WASB Convention, Energage, LLC Top Workplace Survey President/Administration/ Student Reports: Sawyer, LeBouton, Graven, Schwartz, Appel. Committee Reports: Co-Curricular Motion by Grigg, second by Hodgson to adjourn at 6:56 p.m. Voice vote 7-0. Motion carried. Approved January 20, 2025 Meredith Strieff, Board President WNAXLP DCP 1/30

NORTHLAND PINES SCHOOL DISTRIC T ( One week 2/5/25 ) Regular Board Meeting Minutes of Monday, December 16, 2024 Opening of Meeting at 6:00 pm Call to Order: The Regular Board Meeting of the Northland Pines Board of Education was called to order by Jennifer Payne, Board President, on Monday, December 16, 2024, at six o’clock p.m. (6:00 p.m.) in the Northland Pines Middle and High School Large Group Instruction Room, Eagle River, Wisconsin. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Note: This meeting was streamed live via the district’s YouTube site. Roll Call, Establish a Quorum Attending: 1. Erica Lane, Board Clerk 2. Becky Nordine, Board Treasurer 3. Jennifer Payne, Board President 4. Chris Petreikis, Board Vice President 5. Nick Seeger, Board Member Absent: 1. Kelly Roach, Board Member 2. Chelsea Romaker, Board Deputy Clerk Also present were the following: 1. Scott Foster, District Administrator 2. Emily Rhode, Director of Special Education & Pupil Services 3. Gretchen Smart-Hall, Principal, Eagle River Elementary School 4. Brooke Johnson, Assistant Principal, Eagle River Elementary School 5. Sue McKay, Director of Teaching & Learning 6. Dan Marien, Principal, Middle & High School 7. Tony Duffek, Principal, St. Germain Elementary & Northland Pines Montessori Learning Center 8. Carie Nordine, Principal, Land O’Lakes Elementary & SOAR Middle School 9. Harlan Leusink, Principal, SOAR High School & Technology Director 10. Ashley Heid, Social Media & Public Relations Specialist 11. Susie Block, Executive Assistant to the District Administrator & Board of Education There were fifteen (15) citizens in attendance. Open Meeting Verification: Jennifer Payne announced the meeting had been duly called. Meeting notices were sent to the following locations: Northland Pines Middle School & High School in Eagle River; Northland Pines Elementary Schools in Eagle River, Land O’Lakes and St. Germain; Vilas County Courthouse - Eagle River; Eagle River City Hall; Vilas County News Review-Eagle River; WERL/WRJO Radio Station-Eagle River. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Erica Lane to approve the agenda as presented and leave the order to the discretion of the Chair. Second by Becky Nordine. Voice vote 5-0. Motion carried. Public Participation Section of the Meeting: 1. Shirley Kufeldt read a letter to the Board, noting that Margo Sherren had already shared with DA Foster and the Board, regarding opposition to the 2024 Title IX proposed changes by the Federal Department of Education. 2. Cody Vojta and Owen Frenz spoke in opposition of the current policy on phones, ear buds and smart watches and in support of a petition they had started which requested that the District go back to allowing students to have and use these items during the school day. Presentations: 1. Northland Pines High School students shared an update on their recent participation in the Great Northern Conference Sportsmanship Summit held at Northland Pines and led by Activities Director Zayia and our local student group SALT (Student Athlete Leadership Team). 2. Northland Pines teachers presented their reflections on the District Continuous Improvement Team and process. Board Member Kelly Roach arrived at 6:08 p.m. and joined the meeting. Board Committee minutes – no action was taken: 1. DA Foster introduced School Resource Officer (SRO) Chad Christensen to the Board and welcomed him to the District in this role. SRO Christensen replaced SRO Matt Wilson; Wilson was promoted to Lieutenant but still coordinates the SRO’s, so that also helps with continuity of the great service they provide to us. 2. DA Foster reported that our Social Studies/ELA teachers are starting a new collaborative event which will be a 7th Grade Presentation on Tuesday, April 15 from 1-3 p.m, and they have asked if any board members would like to volunteer to help with this event. The event will be similar to the Senior Capstone presentations. Any board member who wishes to volunteer can let us know or contact the Social Studies/ELA teachers to let them know. 3. Board Member Chris Petreikis, who is also now the President of the CESA Board of Control, recognized DA Foster for his volunteer efforts, noting that he often hears at his CESA meetings about how much DA Foster volunteers for various community events and/or to host meetings here at Pines. 4. Board Member Chris Petreikis requested that the Policy, Curriculum, Education & Activities Committee put on their next meeting agenda to review the policy [Policy 5518] which the students referred to in their petition request; President Payne (who is also Chair of the Policy Committee) indicated we will add it to the next policy agenda for discussion. 5. Board Member Kelly Roach announced that she will not be seeking re-election in April when her term expires; she is giving Susie Block her “Notification of Non-candidacy” tonight. Board Member Roach thanked the Board for their service and expressed her appreciation in working with all of them for the past three years. [Kelly Roach holds the board seat Member At Large #2.] 6. Board Member Nick Seeger announced that he has filed his Declaration of Candidacy and Campaign Finance Statement and is seeking to be elected in April to his board seat of Area D: Town of Plum Lake. [Nick Seeger was appointed by the Board on February 26, 2024, to fulfill the term of a board member who resigned and did not complete the term.] 7. Written minutes of board committee meetings were shared in BoardDocs for the public to view. Consent Agenda : Motion by Chris Petreikis to approve all items contained in the consent agenda. Following is a list of the items contained in the consent agenda: 1. To dispense with the reading of the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 18, 2024, and approve the meeting minutes as presented. 2. To approve the payment of all district wide checks pursuant to the summary check register of 11/16/24 - 12/15/24 in the amount of $1,477,592.01, as presented. 3. To deny the Open Enrollment IN alternative applications for students #13 & #14; and further, to approve Student #27 Open Enrollment OUT application, all to be effective for the 2024-2025 school year. 4. To approve the new course titled “Drama as Literature” for the Middle and High School beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. 5. To approve the Memorandums of Understanding as presented for the following Providers: “Stamper Counseling” and “Phoenix Counseling”, and to direct and authorize the District Administrator to finalize and sign the MOU’s. Second by Erica Lane. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. Discussion & Action items : State School Report Cards – no action was taken: Director of Teaching & Learning Sue McKay updated the Board and Community on the recent release of the State Report Cards, which were also shared in BoardDocs for the public to view. Local School Report Cards – no action was taken: Director of Teaching & Learning Sue McKay updated the Board and Community on the recent release of the Local Report Cards, which were also shared in BoardDocs for the public to view. School Calendar: Motion by Jennifer Payne to approve the 2025-2026 School Calendar, as presented. Second by Chris Petreikis. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. Referendum Update: DA Foster updated the Board on the District’s process of how we get information out to our residents through public informational meetings, staff presentations, bulk mailer to all residents, publishing notices in the Vilas County News Review [which is the District’s official newspaper], and DA Foster does radio and TV interviews as well. DA Foster noted that staff presentations will occur in December and the public presentations will be held in January and early February. The Referendum vote will occur at the Primary Election on February 18, 2025. Written Reports – no action was taken: • Administrative reports were shared in BoardDocs in public view. • School Resource Officers reports were shared in BoardDocs in public view. District Administrator’s report – no action was taken: DA Foster reported on the following topics: • Inclement Weather Guidelines for 2024-2025 • Feed Our Rural Kids (FORK) • Speak Up Speak Out (SUSO) Annual Report Closed Session: Motion by Jennifer Payne to convene in Closed Session pursuant to: 1. Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to consider the renewal of Administrator Contracts; 2. Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to discuss the contracts of two certified staff members; 3. Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to discuss resignations of certified staff members and any potential liquidated damages; 4. Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(d) to discuss the District's Safety Plan and drill logs, noting that the Board may take action in closed session. Second by Kelly Roach. Roll call vote: Erica Lane, yes; Becky Nordine, yes; Jennifer Payne, yes; Kelly Roach, yes; Chris Petreikis, yes; Nick Seeger, yes. Motion carried. Reconvene to open session: Motion by Erica Lane to reconvene to open session to take such action as is deemed appropriate following consideration given in closed session. Second by Nick Seeger. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. Actions taken after reconvening Resignations: • Motion by Chris Petreikis to approve accepting the resignation of Nicole Stern effective December 20, 2024, and to assess liquidated damages in the amount of $3,075.00 pursuant to her contract, as presented. Second by Jennifer Payne. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. • Motion by Chris Petreikis to approve accepting the resignation of Nikki Garrison, effective at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. Second by Erica Lane. Voice vote 6- 0. Motion carried. Issue of a contract: • Motion by Jennifer Payne to approve the issue of a certified staff contract to Alena Holman for the position of First Grade teacher, prorated accordingly utilizing a start date of January 2, 2025, as presented. Second by Erica Lane. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. Adjournment: Motion by Erica Lane to adjourn. Second by Nick Seeger. Voice vote 6-0. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Susie Block Executive Assistant to the District Administrator & Board of Education 2728 WNAXLP

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF WEYAUWEGA MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024 The regular monthly meeting of the Common Council of the City of Weyauwega was called to order at 6:30 p.m., on Monday, December 16, 2024 in the Weyauwega Municipal Building Council Chambers by Mayor Rich Luedke. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Rich Luedke, Chris Gunderson, Austin Baehnman, Meta Berg, and Pat Gorchals. Not present: Shani Appleby and Cameron Looker. Also present: Clerk Rebecca Loehrke, Treasurer Trina Herbst-Gutche, Frank Zaboj, Jim Tolfa, Holly Martin, Bob Anibas and Cathy Spiegelberg. The meeting began with the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Luedke. Motion Gunderson, second Gorchals, to approve the agenda. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Motion Gunderson, second Gorchals, to approve the minutes of the Regular Common Council Meeting from November 18, 2024. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Citizen Appearances: Reports were given by Frank Zaboj, Library Representative; Cathy Spiegelberg, Chamber Representative; and Jim Tolfa, Weyauwega Lake Restoration Group. Public Works Committee: No Action for Council Finance Committee: Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve the proposal from Community Planning & Consulting, LLC to update the zoning and subdivision ordinances. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve the purchase of a new squad car to replace the 2011 Expedition. Motion carried with two “ayes, two “nays” and a “aye” from Mayor Luedke to break the tie vote. Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve taking $75,000 from the Capital Fund Balance to use for the purchase of the squad car. Motion carried with two “ayes”, two “nays” and a “aye” from Mayor Luedke to break the tie vote. Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve designating the remaining ARPA funds of $4,347.10 for the dugouts and $9,340 for phone system upgrade. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve Public Works and City Office Staff to have one fifteen-minute break and one thirty-minute paid lunch for the 8-hour workday. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Motion Berg, second Gorchals, to approve checks dated 11/01/2024 through 11/30/2024 totaling $216,797.22 and the monthly financial statements. A roll call vote was taken with “ayes” from Berg, Gorchals, Gunderson and Baehnman; “nays” none. Motion carried. Police, Fire, & Ambulance Committee: No Action for Council Public Health & Relief (Ordinance) Committee: No Action for Council Recreation Committee : No Action for Council Public Property & Purchasing Committee: No Action for Council Plan Commission: No Action for Council New Business: Motion Gorchals, second Berg, to approve operator license applications for Michelle Vujaklya, T’s Corner Bar and Lisa Howard, Weyauwega Star Dairy. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. T he Mayor’s report was given. The meeting calendar for January was set. Motion Baehman, second Gorchals, to adjourn at 7:01 pm. Motion carried with four “ayes”, zero “nays”. Rebecca Loehrke City Clerk Publish Feb. 6, 2025 WNAXLP

BOARD OF EDUCATION CLINTONVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT CLINTONVILLE, WISCONSIN 54929 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF EDUCATION January 13, 2025 A regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Clintonville Public School District was called to order on January 13, 2025 at 6:01 p.m. in the High School IMC by President Ben Huber Members Present: Ben Huber, Kris Strauman, Laurie Vollrath, Jason Moder, Mark Zachow, Glen Drew Lundt, and Klint Barkow. Administration Present: Troy Kuhn Press represented: Bert Lehman of the Tribune Gazette Also present: Michael Engel, Dena Peters, Darrell Hansen, David Battenberg, Danielle Ellerbrock, Jessica Holtz, and Nick Curran. OPEN MEETING STATEMENT: This January 13, 2025, meeting of the Clintonville Board of Education and all other meetings of the board are open to the public in compliance with state statute. Notice of the meeting has been sent to the media, and has been publicly posted, in an attempt to make the citizens of the district aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting. Upon request to the District Administrator, submitted twenty-four (24) hours in advance, the District shall make reasonable accommodation including the provision of informational material in an alternative format for a disabled person to be able to attend this meeting. APPROVE AGENDA: Moved by Laurie Vollrath, seconded by Kris Strauman, to approve the agenda as printed. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those in attendance READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Moved by Laurie Vollrath, seconded by Kris Strauman to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 9, 2024 and the Special Meeting of January 2, 2025. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENTS/ COMMUNICATIONS: None SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION UPDATE School Board Candidacy Verification: Board Clerk Laurie Vollrath verified, in the order they were received, the Declarations of Candidacy by the candidates who have filed candidacy papers to be on the School Board February Primary Ballot February 18, 2025 – 2 vacancies, each for 3 year terms: Patrick Huss – E9397 Bear Creek Rd. Laurie Vollrath – 120 N. Clinton Ave. David Battenberg – E7781 County Rd. C Mark Zachow – 112 Harrison Ave. Christopher Hoffmann – E9176 Blueberry Rd. Marie Vandenberg – 219 S. Main St. Tanya Netrefa – N2713 Forest View Lane Primary Election February 18, 2025 : A Primary Election will be held to reduce the number of candidates to 4 for the Spring Election to be held on April 1, 2025. Ballot Order Drawing: Board Clerk Laurie Vollrath delegated the drawing of lots for ballot order to Superintendent Troy Kuhn. Candidates will appear on the ballot as follows: 1. Patrick K Huss 2. Laurie Vollrath 3. Marie Vandenberg 4. Tanya Hepp-Netrefa 5. Mark Zachow 6. David Battenberg 7. Christopher Hoffmann FINANCIAL REPORT AND PRESENTATION OF VOUCHERS Presentation of Vouchers and Receipts: Moved by Laurie Vollrath, seconded by Kris Strauman that authorization be granted to approve vouchers as attached for November, 2024. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. CESA 8 Budget Report: Nick Curran from CESA 8 presented and discussed the following items with the Board of Education: 1. Mill Rate vs. Tax Dollars Discussion 2. 2025-2026 Budget Calendar (Presented by Jessica Holtz from CESA 8) 3. Future District Needs a. District Financial Forecasting Model b. Facility/Athletic Needs and Funding Options c. Timelines Monthly Budget Report: Jessica Holtz from CESA 8 presented and discussed the Monthly Budget Report for November, 2024. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Superintendent’s Report: Troy Kuhn presented District updates to the Board of Education. Support Staff Resignation a. Thayer Fietsch – Custodian II, effective December 16, 2024 Support Staff Hires a. Patrick McDonald – Custodian II, effective December 18, 2024 b. Allen Brown – Custodian II, effective December 16, 2024 c. Melissa Laack – Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, effective January 27, 2025 Support Staff Resignation – Child Care Center a. Elly Arndt – Child Care Teacher, effective January 23, 2025 Extra-curricular Resignation a. Rod Moon – Middle School Football, effective immediately Extra-curricular Hire a. Kaine Killips – Middle School Wrestling Coach, effective immediately Recognition Mile 22 Roastery Donation: The administration informed the Board of Education regarding a $100 donation from the Mile 22 Roastery to be applied to the school lunch account for students in need. VFW Donation: The administration informed the Board of Education regarding a $200 donation from the VFW to be used for the school district’s AODA program. Personnel Summer School Teacher Pay: Moved by Laurie Vollrath, seconded by Mark Zachow to approve a pay increase for Summer School Teachers, as presented by administration, effective Summer 2025. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. Other 2025-2026 School District Calendar: The administration presented a draft of the 2025-2026 School District Calendar. Staff Wages for 2025-2026: The administration and the Board of Education discussed staff wages and insurance premiums for the 2025-2026 school year. School District Vehicle Purchase: The administration and the Board of Education discussed purchasing a school district vehicle. Land Use, Construction, and Athletic Facilities Updates: The administration and Board of Education discussed the assessment and possible future vision for the school district. POLICY Review of Policy #5113/#5113.01 – Open Enrollment Program/Part-Time Open Enrollment: Moved by Jason Moder, seconded by Klint Barkow to review and reaffirm the District’s current open enrollment Policies. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. Open Enrollment Space Determinations for the 2025-26 School Year: Moved by Glen Drew Lundt, seconded by Klint Barkow to approve zero (0) new Open Enrollment Program seats in the Cross-Categorical Special Education Program and zero (0) new Open Enrollment Program seats in the Speech and Language Program, and no limit on Regular Education Open Enrollment seats, based on the criteria as outlined in the District’s Open Enrollment Policy #5113. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried. ITEMS FOR FUTURE STRATEGIC DISCUSSION A. Land Use Committee Meeting Date B. Construction Committee Meeting Date C. District Administrator Mid-Year Review ANNOUNCEMENTS January 22 Policy Committee Meeting 9:00 a.m. District Office Conference Room January 22-24 State Education Convention January 27 Board of Education Meeting 6:00 p.m. High School IMC February 10 Board of Education Meeting 6:00 p.m. High School IMC February 18 School Board Primary Election ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION: Moved by Kris Strauman, seconded by Laurie Vollrath to adjourn to closed session for the consideration of matters over which the Board has jurisdiction pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) – Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the government body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility, for the purposes of reviewing individual employment contracts/language, salary/wages, benefits, and performance; for the purposes of reviewing administrative contracts/language, salary/wages, benefits, and performance. Roll call vote was taken with Ben Huber, Mark Zachow, Klint Barkow, Laurie Vollrath, Jason Moder,Glen Drew Lundt, and Kris Strauman voting aye. Motion carried, and meeting adjourned to closed session at 8:25 p.m. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION: Moved by Laurie Vollrath, seconded by Glen Drew Lundt to return to open session. Roll call vote was taken with Mark Zachow, Klint Barkow, Laurie Vollrath, Jason Moder, Kris Strauman, Glen Drew Lundt, and Ben Huber voting aye. Motion carried and meeting returned to open session at 8.47 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: Moved by Kris Strauman, seconded by Jason Moder to adjourn. Ayes and nays called, all voting aye. Motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Laurie Vollrath, Board Clerk Publish Feb. 6, 2025 WNAXLP